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Her book (1971) argues that men, not women, are actually the ones oppressed through courtship, marriage, and cultural expectations. She compares marriage to slavery, saying men give up independence to provide for women and children in exchange for affection. It’s been called misogynistic, but also brutally honest and thought-provoking.
What do you think—truth or outdated generalization?

📚 The Manipulated Man by Esther Villar (1971) (title changed to “The Tamed Man” for modern audience) remains one of the most controversial books on gender roles.

Villar argues men are not oppressors but the opposite: women use courtship, marriage, and social expectations to make men providers and protectors. Men give up freedom, risk their lives, and work for women and children in exchange for brief affection.

She compares marriage to slavery — the wedding as the day a man loses independence, entering a Sisyphean struggle enforced by culture and government. She also describes “female rivalry,” where women compete to control men, using sex and pressure to keep them loyal.

Other writers, like Chinweizu (The Anatomy of Female Power) and Warren Farrell (The Myth of Male Power), echo the claim that society is more matriarchal than acknowledged.

Condemned as misogynistic but praised as brutally honest, the book challenges us to rethink who truly holds power in relationships.

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While female standards are respected.

If a man just says he wants a women to cook, clean and be submissive he’s met with criticism

whereas

A woman can say she wants a tall, handsome rich man isn’t criticised really despite her delusions.

It’s a matriarchal society seen as women are able to do this. They’re able to tell us we’re wrong for wanting fair things.

Around the ages of 5 to 10, children typically start to develop a stronger sense of their own identity, influenced by both their families and the broader society. During this period, Their mothers might reinforce traditional gender norms and expectations, which could lead to differential treatment between Their boys and Their girls (seperatively).

Additionally, Their boys may begin engaging in activities or pursuing interests that are traditionally associated with masculinity, such as sports or certain hobbies. In response, mothers might provide more support or resources for their sons' pursuits, potentially leading to a shift in treatment.(favoring the girls)

It's important to note that these dynamics can vary widely depending on cultural context and individual beliefs. Not all mothers would necessarily perpetuate gender inequality, and some may actively strive for fairness and equality in how they treat their children, regardless of their Birth-Sex.

Fatherless America. It explains why it’s a failing nation. Also how Goldman sacs has predicted India to have a bigger economy than America by 2075 (India’s a 3rd world country).

America is somewhat matriarchal, ‘she/her’ society i should I say 😅

A very sensitive and broken society with no strong men to shut down the degeneracy.